1971 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1187 kg more than 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | E | Expedition |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2517 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3023 mm |